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Sandy Appleyard

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in Toronto, Canada
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Romance, Suspense, Memoir

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Sandra Brown, Sue Grafton, Nicholas Sparks, too many to name.

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Sandy writes in several genres, however romance, inspirational fiction and suspense are her favourites.

As a working writer, Sandy squeezes writing time in during breaks (extended ones if the boss isn't watching ;). Happily married since 2004, Sandy resides in Niagara Falls, Ontario with her husband, two daughters, and two furbabies.

For more information, book links, contact information and blog posts, see her website www.sandyappleyard.com or visit her on Twitter @sandyappleyard
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How do you deal with writer’s block?
Sandy Appleyard I'm fortunate to never get writer's block. That may change, but for now I usually have notes written from my last writing session. I read through the …moreI'm fortunate to never get writer's block. That may change, but for now I usually have notes written from my last writing session. I read through the last block of writing I did and then scan my notes; writing comes quickly for me when I do this. Working on one of my manuscripts a little each day also helps to curb writer's block.(less)
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Sandy Appleyard Freedom to make up stories and utilize creativity in a form that is both personal and fun, and to be able to do it when I please and as I please (you …moreFreedom to make up stories and utilize creativity in a form that is both personal and fun, and to be able to do it when I please and as I please (you don't have to do it within the hours of 9 to 5). Also, being able to stretch my own creative abilities by writing in different genres and exploring new writing opportunities (ie. blogs, etc.).(less)
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No More Tears (A Town Witho...
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Reviews and Editing…a slippery slope that I don’t understand

After recently submitting my newest novel The Man with the Black Belt to Readers’ Favorite for a review, and then, weeks later, submitting a book from my backlist To Hide in Holly Springs, the results were mystifying.  If you’ve ever been confused about book review results, read on.


Since my first book was self-published back in 2010, I’ve always struggled with getting book reviews.  Trust me, I’ve

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No More Tears No More Lies No More Games No More Pain No More Fear No More Time No More Dice
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